Cassidian Aviation Training Services (CATS) has selected Cirrus SR20s and SR22s for training France’s Air Force and Navy pilots. A fleet of 13 SR20s will train pilots at the French air force base of Salon de Provence. An additional fleet of seven SR22s will be dedicated to training flights of navigating officers arm systems (NOSA) and liaison flights, in particular to accompany the French Air Force’s aerobatic team.
NBAA seeks Business Aviation survey respondents
August 23, 2012 by Leave a Comment
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) is working with the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation on a research study, titled Business Aviation – Gaining Altitude. The goal of this study is to better understand the current and future trends in the business aviation market. As part of the research process, NBAA is seeking survey respondents. Participation will contribute to the data and insights about buying, selling and financing business aircraft over the next several years. [Read more...]
IAA Sept. 2012 newsletter online
August 22, 2012 by Leave a Comment
The September issue of the Idaho Aviation Association newsletter (PDF), The Flyline, is available for viewing. See archives of back issues here or join IAA here.
Twenty-three WA airports to leverage nearly $1 million
August 22, 2012 by Leave a Comment
ARLINGTON, Wash. – Washington state grants of nearly $1 million will fund 29 different airport projects, 86 percent of which will improve pavement. State grants, combined with local matching contributions ($2.7+ million), enabled WSDOT’s aviation division to leverage about $32 million in federal grants for federally-funded airports. Of the state’s 137 public-use airports, 66 are eligible for federal funds. The remaining 71 rely solely on state and local funds.
GAMA adds Flight Design and Sandel Avionics to membership
August 22, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Flight Design and Sandel Avionics have joined the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA). GAMA now has 78 member companies worldwide.
Letter: KidVenture, 7-year-old key to getting AirVenture juices flowing again
August 19, 2012 by 2 Comments
Last week I wrote, “A suggestion for keeping the magic of AirVenture alive.” I’ve received a handful of emails thanking me for the post, some of which offered personal experiences. A few I’m still following up on, but following is what I received from Bill Middlebrook, president of Penn Yan Aero and longtime friend. Suffice it to say, his AirVenture juices are flowing once again, thanks to his 7-year-old son, Reece. Enjoy…
Sorry I missed you this year. I was keeping an eye out for you. I actually spent the show as as an observer this year with the family and spent very little time working the Penn Yan Aero booth.
I just read your article about the show and the naysayer. I have to say, boy are you right! Your insight is right on the money. [Read more...]
First Thun Cubs and Classics a hit
August 19, 2012 by Leave a Comment
PUYALLUP, Wash. — The first Thun Cubs and Classics at Thun Field (KPLU) was a hit. After low morning weather lifted, Cubs, Champs, a Howard DGA, a Fleet and several other aircraft arrived to enjoy a day of hanging out at the Spencer Aircraft-hosted fly-in.
A suggestion for keeping the magic of AirVenture alive
August 15, 2012 by 2 Comments
AirVenture is a magical place. I didn’t attend in 2011 and couldn’t wait to attend this year. After all was said and done, I wasn’t disappointed.
By the numbers, AirVenture is huge. [Read more...]
More veterans launch skyward
August 5, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Ageless Aviation Dreams continues its tour of the Pacific Northwest taking veterans and seniors for a ride in its Boeing Stearman. The barnstorming tour also attracts “good news” stories on local news channels. See the KVAL.com story here.
What role does radio-controlled flying have in GA?
August 2, 2012 by 1 Comment
At the Arlington Fly-In in July I bought a Blade Scout radio-controlled (RC) helicopter. It’s a beginner-level RC. It’s also an absolute blast to fly.
Horizon Hobby was the exhibitor. ”We are trying to reach new markets, that’s why we are here in Arlington,” said Kim Payne from Horizon Hobby. “We’ll be at AirVenture as well.” Both displays were packed with people every time I happened by.
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